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Argentinos Juniors: Lanús vs Platense
Kickoff Time: 2026-4-2 07:00 (HKT)
Source:REUTERS/Henry Romero
Lanús suffered a narrow 1-2 away defeat to Argentinos Juniors in their last match, bringing an end to their three-game winning streak in the league. Statistically, Lanús has recorded 5 wins, 5 draws and 3 losses in 11 league matches, scoring 17 goals and conceding 14 in the process. The team boasts relatively strong attacking firepower, but defensive errors are also highly evident, resulting in an open and dynamic style of play at both ends of the pitch. Lanús adopts a high-pressing tactical system, with strong midfield control. They excel at creating scoring chances through wide crosses and central penetration, while their forwards also demonstrate excellent finishing ability.
Platense fell 0-1 away to Argentinos Juniors in their previous game, slipping to two consecutive defeats and extending their winless run to five league matches, reflecting very poor form. Statistically, Platense has managed 3 wins, 5 draws and 3 losses in 11 league games, scoring only 6 goals and conceding 7. The team’s defensive performance is solid, yet its attacking output is extremely blunt. Platense relies mainly on counter-attacking tactics, but despite decent defensive solidity, they lack sharpness on the break, with a toothless attack proving to be a major weakness. Furthermore, Platense’s away form has been very unconvincing.
Lanús is unbeaten in its last four meetings with Platense, claiming 2 wins and 2 draws. The former holds the upper hand in terms of overall quality, form and head-to-head record. Taking into account both teams’ home and away performances, the superior Lanús is undoubtedly the more favorable side.
Lanús’s Last 5 Games: LWWWL
26-03-27 Argentinos Juniors 2-1 Lanús
26-03-22 Vélez Sarsfield 0-1 Lanús
26-03-18 Lanús 5-0 Newell’s Old Boys
26-03-14 Estudiantes de La Plata 0-1 Lanús
26-03-05 Lanús 0-3 Boca Juniors
Platense‘s Last 5 Games: LLDDD
26-03-23 Argentinos Juniors 1-0 Platense
26-03-15 Platense 0-2 Vélez Sarsfield
26-03-11 Newell’s Old Boys 1-1 Platense
26-03-03 Deportivo Riestra 0-0 Platense
26-02-25 Platense 0-0 Defensa y Justicia
Head-To-Head Record
25-09-20 Lanús 2-1 Platense
25-03-09 Platense 0-0 Lanús
24-11-12 Lanús 0-0 Platense
24-02-12 Lanús 3-0 Platense
23-09-15 Platense 2-1 Lanús
Prediction: Lanús to win at home